Colts' Denico Autry could be in line for a starting spot

The Indianapolis Colts didn’t go into a free-for-all during free agency this offseason but they did bring in a versatile defensive lineman in Denico Autry.

Signing Autry to a three-year deal in March, the Colts are hoping he can carve out a role on a defensive line that will see constant rotation.

It seems he could be in line for a starting gig as he was seen working with the “theoretical starters” during the spring, per Andrew Walker of Colts.com.

So on March 15, one day after the start of the league’s free agency period, Ballard didn’t wait long to add a player with all of those attributes, making Denico Autry the Colts’ first outside signing of the offseason.

Since that time, Autry has been ingrained as a theoretical starter along the Colts’ defensive line during offseason practices, working in as the No. 1 defensive tackle at the three-technique spot.

The Colts have their nose tackle in Al Woods, who should see some heavy snaps on early downs but getting pressure from the three-technique positon will be vital.

It remains to be seen if Autry will be able to make a major impact on the defensive line, one that is switching to a four-man front, but he will have his opportunities to earn a starting role after a strong spring.

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